A portion of Thompson Street in The Dalles between East 16th and East 14th will be closed to thru traffic Wednesday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. The City Public Works Department will be installing new water lines in preparation for street paving this spring. Motorists are encouraged to use Quinton Street or Morton Street as alternate routes. Access to residences in the area will be maintained. Some parking on Thompson Street will also be restricted.